1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 5,439 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1169 kg more than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm) has 699 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Palm Beach | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Allard | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Palm Beach | SL |
Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 800 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 87 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2009 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |